Caroline Chan, GM 5G Infrastructure Division in Intel’s Network Platform Group, explains Intel’s role within the 5G ecosystem and the importance of laying the foundation for the infrastructure now. The interview delves into current trials and examples of 5G around the globe, covering both technology viability and usage showcases. Intel was one of seven companies that recently completed the first stage of a China 5G technology research and development trial. The tests done by Intel focused on mobile edge computing and the Massive MIMO (Multiple-Input Multiple-Output) technologies that will enable higher capacity, throughput and low latency on 5G networks. Caroline explores the future of 5G including what 2017 holds. Find out more about Intel’s 5G work at www.intel.com/5G.